December 28, 2025

Gas Pipeline Blast Near Los Angeles Shuts Interstate 5, Forces Shelter-in-Place

A gas pipeline burst near Los Angeles caused Interstate 5 to close and a shelter-in-place order in Castaic. No injuries reported. Traffic was stranded for hours as crews worked.

December 28, 2025

Ancient Aravalli Hills Reveal 1 Billion Years of Earth's Story and Impact Local Environment

The Aravalli Hills hold some of India's oldest rocks, showing how the earth’s crust formed, changed, and shaped the landscape. Tough quartzite ridges, limited soils, and uneven water supply also affect local plants and erosion.

December 28, 2025

UAE’s 2026 Regulatory Shake-Up: Plastics Ban, Tax Rules, School Times, and More

Starting January 1, 2026, the UAE enforces a wide regulatory reset. Bans on single-use plastics expand, Friday school timings shift, tax rules tighten, social media influencers need permits, and sugar taxes get tiered. Businesses and residents must comply or face fines.

December 28, 2025

Cruise Ship Coral Adventurer Runs Aground Near Papua New Guinea Amid Passenger Death Probe

The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground near Papua New Guinea on its first trip since an 80-year-old passenger died after being left behind. All passengers and crew are safe. Investigations continue into both the grounding and the earlier death of Suzanne Rees.

December 28, 2025

Delhi Air Quality Worsens: AQI Hits 392, Anand Vihar Records Severe Pollution

Delhi's air quality worsened on Sunday morning with AQI reaching 392, mostly in 'very poor' range. Anand Vihar faced the worst with AQI 444 in the 'severe' zone, warns Central Pollution Control Board.